Everyone has their own holiday shopping season style. There are the last-minute shoppers who make a mad dash to the mall the week of Christmas. Then there are the online shoppers who know they have to plan ahead for shipping. We encourage you to be the latter, for your mental health, of course.
While you are at it, you can use your holiday shopping to support women-owned businesses. Shopping small means you are helping an actual person instead of a heartless corporation, which sounds like the makings of a Charles Dickens novel. So this holiday season say, “Let’s go girls” instead of “ba humbug” by buying one of the lovely gifts in this guide.
Rhino and Lucy's Custom Loose Leaf Tea Blend
Starting at
$12.99
from
Rhino And Lucy/Etsy
Alix Settle was inspired to start Rhino and Lucy after discovering her late mother’s book on herbalism in her childhood home. She and her mom always enjoyed tea parties together. She would love to create a custom tea blend for you or your loved ones. You just fill out a questionnaire and she makes a unique tea based on the recipient's likes and needs. As a cool bonus, her shop donates 10% of its profits to animal charities, including the San Diego Zoo.
Wildflower Rituals Botanical Shower Steamers
Starting at
$10
from
Wildflower Rituals
Denise McCulloch created Wildflower Rituals in 2019. Her goal is to help others take some time for self-care with her bath and tea products made with love in small batches. She never uses artificial colors or fragrances. Give your loved one the gift of a beautiful smelling shower this holiday season with her botanical shower steamers.
Mushie Shape Sorting Box
Mushie Feigenson cofounded Mushie with her husband Levi out of necessity. When she was pregnant and nesting, she had a hard time finding baby products and toys without harmful plastics or dyes. So they decided to create a company devoted to natural products that last for generations. One of these is the Shape Sorting Box, which is a perfect gift for the toddler in your life.
Pipermoon Cozy Cottage Oversized Adult Swaddle Blanket
Kimberly Cannon was inspired by baby blankets to start her brand, Pipermoon. As her kids grew up, she realized adults needed the comfort of a cozy blanket, too. This oversized blanket will swaddle its owner, invoking cottagecore comfort. It’s the perfect gift to show your love. You can even personalize it with the recipient’s name.
Cognitive Surplus Soapstone Whiskey Stone Gift Set
Starting at
$21.95
from
Cognitive Surplus
Kristen Zephyrus and her husband Geoff are dedicated to making only sustainable goods with their company Cognitive Surplus. They started experimenting in their tiny New York apartment with science-based goods, but these days call Oregon home. Inclusion is another company value as they employ adults with disabilities. The brand's soapstone whiskey stone gift set is perfect for the whiskey lover in your life. The stones help the flavors of the drink come through without watering it down.
Anne Green Design Custom Neon Animal Portrait
Starting at
$60
from
Anne Green Design
Anne Green Designs is dedicated to spreading joy through one-of-a-kind gifts. Anne wants everyone to wake up and choose joy. One of the ways she does this is by creating custom neon animal portraits. You simply email her a photo of the animal you want immortalized and she gets to work. She even gives you one chance to edit before printing and sending it off.
Brandi Creations Wooden Christmas Gift Card Holder
Starting at
$16
from
Brandi Creations
Brandi Creations all started because of a card-making class. Brandi began making custom cards for her friends and family and thought she should make a business out of it, so she did. Her wooden gift card holders add a special touch to presents for teachers, friends, and coworkers. They could even work as stocking stuffers.
*Psst: if you choose to purchase an item from this post, LittleThings.com may receive a small cut. Each item and price is up to date at the time of publication; however, an item may be sold out or the price may be different at a later date.
